Discussing recent experience of 'The Black Hack 2' and response to related call ins, from Happy Whisk, Matt Jackson and Vance An. I also talk about what I'm upto in relation to other systems and my initial impressions of some adventures by Frog Gods and Troll Lord Games. Thanks to Logan Howard of Swordbreaker for the 'Crazy Spikepit Theme'.

Following on from previous episode I reflect on how the 'Lazy DM' method worked in session 4 of my BFRPG Western Lands Campaign. I also discuss some player feedback and content for future episodes. Thanks to Logan Howard 'Swordbreaker' for the closing theme.

Intro tune by Logan Howard 'Swordbreaker', call ins relating to last episode from Rob C 'Down in a Heap', Tim Shorts 'Gothridge Manor'. Playing the Black Hack vall in from Vance A. I discuss my pre game prep and the influence of Sly Flourish's Return of the Lazy DM. Close with shout out for Glynn Seal's 'Great Lunden ' Kickstarter and 'Red Dice Diaries'. Enjoy.

A look at Gavin Norman's reworked and clarified B/X core rules. Formerly the B/X Essentials line of books, Old School Essentials Retro Adventure Game is the new identity of this project going forward. In this episode I talk about what's in the book and express some of my thoughts and opinions.

Thanks to the all the folks who contribute to 'Spikepit' be it shout out, emoji, friendly comment, follow or forward on social media, call in or simply just listens. I couldn't do it without you all. My biggest thanks however goes to Jason Hobbs for getting me started and continuing to support the show.

Young Sonny is back by popular demand. A light hearted episode to remind us of what it's like to be young or new to the RPG hobby. Spikepit and son try out the wrestling rules, just for the sake of it. A short actual play recording, part of my D&D Companion Series.

Starting with replies to call ins and encouragement from the community, Cody M, Matt Jackson, Winston Crutchfield, Aron C. I move on to talk about my changing circumstances and the fact that my gaming has really taken off recently.

In this episode I sit with my youngest son and we checkout our new Dungeons and Dragons 5E Monster Cards, and discuss our initial impressions. I hope that listeners enjoy this light hearted episode, a reminder of how exciting it is to get new stuff when you're a kid.